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Hacienda La Danesa (accommodation available) is a traditional dairy and cacao farm with over 145 years of rich heritage and history, located about an hour drive from Guayaquil, Ecuador. Family-owned and managed by the third generation Olsen family, the farm offers a unique selection of tailor-made activities for guests, including horseback riding trails, hands-on artisan chocolate making and other hacienda-related programs. La Danesa offers an intimate and authentic experience for those who would like to spend the night.

About Hacienda La Danesa Lodge

Hacienda La Danesa (accommodation available) is a traditional dairy and cacao farm with over 145 years of rich heritage and history, located about an hour drive from Guayaquil, Ecuador. Family-owned and managed by the third generation Olsen family, the farm offers a unique selection of tailor-made activities for guests, including horseback riding trails, hands-on artisan chocolate making and other hacienda-related programs. La Danesa offers an intimate and authentic experience for those who would like to spend the night.

Eleven friends went to lunch at La Danesa. 1 hour and 30 minutes from Guayaquil we arrived after passing banana plantations and trees of teca wood on the road.
After a warm welcome we were taken to a lounge area were we stay drinking and...More

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Thank you for your review Mr. K. but I believe there's a mistake in your review as we haven't had the pleasure to meet you yet. We are a working farm at our core and we do not really offer "theatrical" experiences nor typical food....More

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We visited La Hacienda Danesa on our first day in Ecuador and it was a marvelous start to our trip! Ana , our English speaking guide,was terrific as she shepherded us to all of our activities. She was local, knowledgeable and lots of fun. We...More

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Hi Susan!
Thank you for your very well detailed review about your experience at our hacienda! We are very happy Ana was a great host (she is still bragging about you mentioning her on TripAdvisor hah!) Ana and John spoke very highly of you and...More

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We loved our experience at Hacienda La Danesa! The owner and his wife (along with all the staff) were very welcoming and there was much to see and enjoy- everything from the theobroma cocoa plants, making chocolate, milking the cows, feeding the horses, enjoying the...More

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During a 3 week trip to Guayaquil, Galapagos & Olon - I can honestly say this was one of my most memorable days during the trip! We were picked up at our hotel in Guayaquil by our driver and spent the day at Hacienda La...More

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My wife and I took a day trip to the Hacienda La Danesa after our cruise around the Galápagos Islands. It was a relaxing and educational day thanks to the owners of the Hacienda and their wonderful staff. Everyone was very gracious and hospitable. Upon...More

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I thoroughly ejoyed my tour of the chocolate plantation with Jorge Segovia along with the outstanding lunch. The staff service deserves 5 stars. I was especially impressed with Niels Olsen the General Manager and the chief who both took time to visit with me. Definitely...More

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It feels like and oasis, the experience is very nice just visiting, Now we look forward to staying (my wife is make sure we do). To see the glorious Cocoa plantation is great, Wonderful Farm House, and delightful rooms we were able to check out,...More

Ask Daniel M about Hacienda La Danesa Lodge

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I forgot to mention that if you have the means, try to spend a night there too. They are adding accommodation so by the time you visit in May capacity will not be a problem at all.
I will get back to you on this in the next... More

I forgot to mention that if you have the means, try to spend a night there too. They are adding accommodation so by the time you visit in May capacity will not be a problem at all.
I will get back to you on this in the next few days.